WE ARE BACK FOR 2025 !


The WIN Awards celebrate groundbreaking global achievements in interior design, highlighting exceptional work across diverse categories


The World Interiors News (WIN) Awards is a prestigious global competition celebrating the best in interior design. Recognised for spotlighting groundbreaking projects across residential, commercial, and public spaces, the WIN Awards honour interior designers and studios who push creative and functional boundaries.


This annual event unites the interior design community, offering the perfect platform for industry recognition and innovation as well as the opportunity to influence the future of design worldwide. WIN focuses solely on interiors making it a unique platform for the industry, with high calibre judges and entrants to match.


We are open to a global audience that can enter our 29 diverse categories. As a bonus we additionally have 4 Grand Prix categories that each submission is automatically entered into. 


WIN Awards 2025 is one not to be missed!




Creating Design Excellence


THANK YOU TO OUR JUDGES


The World Interiors News Awards matter because they are judged by a truly global panel of experts. 

Our panel of judges cover all corners of the globe and are selected based on their expertise, experience and integrity and we pride ourselves on our rigorous and objective judging process.

OUR 2024 GLOBAL PANEL OF JUDGES

OUR 2025 CATEGORIES

29 diverse categories covering all aspects of interior design

PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE INTERIORS

CINEMAS, THEATRES & CONCERT HALLS

Successful entries should provide the ultimate performance experience, whether that’s next-level movie going, truly immersive theatre or the most talked about live music events. Designs should perfectly balance audience needs such as comfort and accessibility with demands such as leading-edge acoustics, seamlessly incorporating specialist equipment while maximising audience revenue.

CIVIC

This category is dedicated to discovering awe-inspiring interiors in venues including community centres, libraries, visitor centres or other municipal hubs which promote social interaction, learning, community engagement and civic pride. Designs should exceed the expectations of diverse user groups, improve quality of life for residents and provide a focal point, unique to the project’s location.

EDUCATION

Students and teachers alike should be supported and inspired by the design of these spaces, which can be a school, university, college, early-years education space, research centre or training facility. The interior design should support a range of teaching and learning styles whether formal or informal, deftly accommodate different study group sizes and provide ample opportunity for collaboration as well as independent study.

HISTORIC

Preserving and respecting the cultural significance of the site, designs should also cleverly consider current and future user needs. Interiors should demonstrate expert restoration and conservation methods with careful consideration of the original structure and materials, while adding contemporary design knowhow.

MUSEUMS & GALLERIES

Creating a truly memorable experience, projects in this category must demonstrate a thorough understanding of exhibition design for both permanent collections and temporary shows. Designs should encourage visitors to explore and engage with the gallery spaces as well as the retail and café offerings, creating a strong creative narrative and ensuring the museum or gallery is a must-visit destination.

TRANSPORT

This category demonstrates ground-breaking infrastructure design, whether an airport, railway station, bus or tram station, yacht, boat or other significant transport design. Projects must enable an outstanding passenger experience: a hassle-free journey, exemplary wayfinding and signage plus ample facilities within the concourse and waiting areas. Designs should be effective and socially responsible, balancing the needs of operators, visitors and the local community.

HOSPITALITY INTERIORS

ENTERTAINMENT

Excellence in entertainment design includes bars, nightclubs, music venues and casinos with the wow factor. Interiors should create a distinct identity and a truly immersive environment where lighting, sound and décor work harmoniously together with seamless integration of audio-visual systems and related technology.

HOTEL & OTHER OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATION

The interior design of hotels, guest houses, serviced apartments, chalets, holiday cottages and other overnight accommodation should enhance overall guest comfort. From bedroom and suite layout to the décor of common areas such as front of house, bars and restaurants, projects should achieve a cohesive hospitality experience.

MEMBERS CLUBS

Interiors should embody what an exclusive environment means: specification of high-quality furniture, lighting and materials, providing a highly sophisticated environment with a distinctive sense of luxury. Privacy is another desirable consideration for members clubs so visitors can meet, relax or network discreetly.

RESTAURANTS & CAFES

Whether a fine dining restaurant or the best casual eatery, the interior design should create a comfortable, welcoming look and feel for customers while enabling staff to deliver top notch service. From suitable acoustics, brilliant branding to an innovative layout, projects should deliver on all levels to enhance the dining or drinking experience.

SPORTS & WELLNESS INTERIORS

HOSPITALS & CLINICS

Projects should sensitively respond to the needs of patients, healthcare professionals and visitors. Designs should also promote healing and patient dignity via the creation of clean and comfortable interiors offering suitable ventilation, lighting and surface materials and offer adequate provision of private rooms, staff facilities and medical record storage.

SPORTS, SPAS & WELLNESS INTERIORS

The design of spas, sports clubs or other wellness spaces should show state-of-the-art facilities that promote health and well-being. Whether this is a space of deep relaxation and holistic health in a spa or matching changing rooms to hospitality provisions on sites in training areas.

WORKSPACE INTERIORS

COMMUNAL AREAS

This category includes refurbishments or new builds and is open to innovative design solutions for lobbies, joint workspaces, meeting rooms, conference suites, breakout areas, co-working spaces, office canteens and corporate restaurants, rest areas and other inspiring common areas. Designs should be space efficient, foster teamwork and promote a sense of company belonging.

CORPORATE OFFICES (5,000 - 10,000 SQM)

Small and medium workplace interiors should take employee needs and the client’s corporate aims into consideration with appropriate provision of workstations plus areas for collaboration as well as concentrated work, maximising space in areas such as meeting rooms and reception areas to ensure flexibility with appropriate lighting, furniture and storage.

CORPORATE OFFICES (Over-10,000 SQM)

The design of large, corporate offices should engender a sense of unity within the workforce, whether in-office, hybrid or remote. The provision of audio-visual and collaboration spaces as well as flexible furniture configurations and wellness facilities is therefore key to ensure every employee can reach their potential.

CORPORATE OFFICES (Under-5,000 SQM)

Small workplace interiors should take employee needs and the client’s corporate aims into consideration with appropriate provision of workstations plus areas for collaboration as well as concentrated work, maximising space in areas such as meeting rooms and reception areas to ensure flexibility with appropriate lighting, furniture and storage.

STUDIOS, CO-WORKING SPACES & HOME OFFICES

Flexibility in workplace interiors has never been more important post-pandemic. The category, given over to studio spaces, home offices and coworking locations will also consider maximising productivity and comfort, tailoring tech to individual needs, balancing communal and private areas, with due consideration given to a sustainable design approach.

OTHER WORKSPACES

This project category is dedicated to any other well-designed space that can be categorised as a workplace. This ranges from innovative use of industrial buildings, breweries and distilleries to future-facing factory spaces, refineries, warehouses, wineries and storage facilities.

RESIDENTIAL INTERIORS

ONE OFF HOMES (UNDER £1M)

The interior design of individual dwellings with an overall value of under £1 million will be considered including new builds, conversions, renovations or extensions. These should demonstrate an intelligent use of space with multifunctional layouts that create a comfortable and practical environment, demonstrating a deep understanding of the needs and wants of the owners.

ONE OFF HOMES (OVER £1M)

The interiors of individual dwellings with an overall value of over £1 Million will be considered including new builds, conversions, renovations, or extensions. The judges will be looking for comfortable and healthy homes that make best use of the space available and perfectly reflect the personality and lifestyle of the occupants.

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS (APARTMENTS)

The interior of a successful multi-home development such as an apartment building, student accommodation or other development with multiple homes should highlight how the project satisfies the needs of the potential residents, as well as how it enhances the surrounding community and meets sustainability considerations.

SHOW FLATS & DEVELOPMENTS (OR APARTMENTS)

The interior of a show flat or apartment should soundly demonstrate the potential of a housing development to potential buyers or renters in terms of space utilisation and maximising daylight. Considered furniture and lighting selection and material finishes are key. Entries should be imbued with a strong sense of lifestyle aspiration.

INDIVIDUAL PROJECT INTERIORS

ACCESSIBILITY

Wherever possible interiors should be designed to meet the needs of people with differing physical abilities, allowing them to access and use spaces safely and independently. Accessible interior design encompasses everything from ramps and lifts to wider doorways and hallways, inclusive signage and wayfinding, accessible WCs and also acknowledges neurodivergent users in terms of appropriate lighting, colours, patterns and materials.

CGI & VISUALISATION

Exceptionally realised CGIs and visualisations help to bring the story of a design to life. Entries should not only accurately represent the scheme in question but take the intended stakeholders on a visual journey, helping to raise expectations of the finished design and how it will meet the needs of the intended user groups.

LIGHTING PROJECTS

One of the essential elements of any interior, projects in this category should demonstrate a deep understanding of the technical capabilities of various types of lighting systems, harnessing the placement, colour temperature and intensity to achieve an unforgettable atmosphere and mood while also considering energy efficiency demands.

TEMPORARY & EXPERIENTIAL PROJECTS

Projects such as site-specific installations should be both cohesive and impactful for visitors. Designs should support a dynamic and interactive environment which creates a memorable experience. Consideration should also be given to the ease of installation and dismantling of these temporary projects and related sustainability demands.

RETAIL & CONSUMER DESIGN INTERIORS

INDEPENDENT SHOPS & SMALL CHAINS

Whether a single, independent outlet or a small chain of shops in different locations, projects should show a clear understanding of customer flow with winning designs in this category cleverly reflecting the retail brand’s personality to attract and retain loyal customers.

VISUAL MERCHANDISING, CONCESSIONS & POP UPS

Designs with a limited timeframe and dimensions such as visual merchandising displays, concessions and pop ups need to be aesthetically engaging to create a memorable impression, in keeping with the brand. Due consideration should also be given to the reuse of materials after the project life cycle has ended.

RETAIL CHAINS, DEPARTMENT STORES, SHOPPING CENTRES LARGE & SMALL

Best in class designs for retail chains, department stores, shopping arcades and malls need to incorporate multiple branding elements seamlessly, with easy navigation and fit-for-purpose facilities as well as fully considering the customer experience to support visitor loyalty and drive consistent revenue.

GRAND-PRIX CATEGORIES

EMERGING INTERIORS PRACTICE OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the emerging interiors practice of the year.

INTERIORS PRACTICE OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the interiors practice of the year.

OUTSTANDING INTERIORS PROJECT OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the outstanding interiors project of the year.

INNOVATION PROJECT OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the innovation project of the year.

🏁 GRAND PRIX 🏁


By entering any of our categories for the WIN Awards 2025, you'll automatically be in the running for the prestigious Grand Prix awards. This is your opportunity to showcase your work on a global stage and potentially secure multiple accolades that will elevate your reputation in the industry.

EMERGING INTERIORS PRACTICE OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the emerging interiors practice of the year.

INTERIORS PRACTICE OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the interiors practice of the year.

OUTSTANDING INTERIORS PROJECT OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the outstanding interiors project of the year.

INNOVATION PROJECT OF THE YEAR

The winners of any of the pay-to-enter categories will be automatically entered in for a chance to win the innovation project of the year.

5 REASONS TO ENTER THE WIN AWARDS

Entering the World Interiors News Awards means:

GLOBAL EXPOSURE

Winners are showcased on the World Interior News website, the premier international hub for global interior architecture. This exposure provides unrivalled visibility to a worldwide audience of industry professionals and design enthusiasts, enhancing recognition and career opportunities.

BRAND ELEVATION

Become a leading name in interior design. Winning globally recognised awards puts you at the forefront of industry talent. This prestigious recognition elevates your brand, opening doors to new opportunities and positioning you as an influential figure in the design world.

SHOWCASE YOUR INNOVATION

By showcasing your work, you'll have the opportunity to benchmark against the best, driving your growth and recognition in an ever-evolving field.

CREDIBILITY BOOST

Enhance your professional credibility with recognition from a panel of esteemed global panel of industry experts. This validation boosts your standing, establishing you as a trusted authority in the interior design community.


CELEBRATE YOUR SUCCESSES 

Entering these awards gives you a chance to reflect on the work you’ve done over the past year and celebrate your hard work as a team.

KEY DATES


Early bird entry deadline: Thursday 5 June 2025 - £405 +VAT

Standard entry deadline: Tuesday 8 July 2025 - £515 +VAT

Final entry deadline: Thursday 8 August 2025 - £555 +VAT


Shortlist announcement: October 2025

Winners revealed: November 2025

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BECOME A JUDGE?


We invite you to nominate yourself or a colleague using the form below.

The final judging panel will be comprised of an inclusive range of individuals to fully represent the industry. 

Please complete the following form to receive information about the WIN Awards 2025 judging.


HEAR FROM OUR EDITOR



HELEN PARTON

Editorial and Content Consultant within the design, architecture and built environment sectors

"The World Interior News (WIN) awards give architects and designers the opportunity to really shout about their incredible work in a broad range of typologies and project sizes. This is also your chance to have your project judged by a highly esteemed panel of industry professionals, with successful entries seen by your peers and potential clients around the world."

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?


The World Interiors News awards are open to all who design or commission interiors, from interior designers and architects to developers, retailers, hoteliers, restaurateurs, manufacturers and suppliers.

To be eligible, projects must have been completed since 1st January 2022, except pop-ups and temporary exhibitions, which should have been completed since 1st January 2023. 

There is no limit to how many projects you may enter. You may submit any project into more than one category if it fits the brief for those categories. The judges may move projects to another category if they think it is more appropriate.

You are responsible for providing copyright information for all images. Uncredited images will be attributed to the designer or architect by default. Ensure all collaborators are credited. By submitting material, you allow World Interiors News and its partners to reproduce any imagery without paying copyright fees, with supplied photographers' names acknowledged.

If you need guidance on your submission, download the entry kit for further information.


SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES


The WIN Awards offer an exclusive platform for your brand to connect with leading industry innovators and global influencers in interior design. Partnering with the WIN Awards provides outstanding branding and networking opportunities, positioning your company at the centre of cutting-edge design and decision-makers in the field.

As a sponsor, your brand will gain significant visibility through our extensive marketing efforts and be aligned with top achievements in design excellence. This is a unique opportunity to elevate your brand reputation and engage with key professionals and thought leaders.

For more information on becoming a sponsor, please reach out to James Battye at [email protected].

ABOUT THE AWARDS


The World Interiors News (WIN) Awards is a prestigious global competition celebrating the finest in interior design. Recognized for spotlighting groundbreaking projects across residential, commercial, and public spaces, the WIN Awards honor designers and studios who push creative and functional boundaries. 

This annual event unites the interior design community, offering a unique platform for industry recognition, innovation and the opportunity to influence the future of design worldwide.

CONTACT US


Morgan Lovegrove

Event Manager

P: +44 (0)7508787310

James Battye and Jessica Musetti

Sponsorship Opportunities

P: +44 (0)20 8267 4400